CVE-2017-1000229: Integer Overflow
Published Nov 17, 2017
·Updated
Integer overflow bug in function minitiffreadinfo() of optipng 0.7.6 allows an attacker to remotely execute code or cause denial of service.
Affected Software
5 affected componentsFixes available
debian/optipng
0.7.7-10.7.7-20.7.7-3
Optipng Project Optipng=0.7.6
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Event History
Nov 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
07:21 PM
SeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CVE-2017-1000229?
CVE-2017-1000229 is an integer overflow bug in the function minitiff_read_info() of optipng 0.7.6.
2
What can an attacker do with CVE-2017-1000229?
An attacker can remotely execute code or cause denial of service using CVE-2017-1000229.
3
How can I fix CVE-2017-1000229 in optipng 0.7.6?
You can fix CVE-2017-1000229 in optipng 0.7.6 by upgrading to version 0.7.7-1, 0.7.7-2, or 0.7.7-3.
4
Is Optipng Project Optipng 0.7.6 affected by CVE-2017-1000229?
Yes, Optipng Project Optipng 0.7.6 is affected by CVE-2017-1000229.
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What is the severity of CVE-2017-1000229?
The severity of CVE-2017-1000229 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.